Let me start by saying I was initially thrilled with the lightweight design and IP68 waterproof rating. Tossing this 3.5lb charger in my golf cart's storage compartment feels effortless compared to bulky OEM options. The die-cast aluminum casing survived multiple rainy rounds without a hiccup - truly living up to its 'weatherproof' claims when my cart got caught in a downpour.

However, the charging performance is where things get... interesting. Like one reviewer mentioned, it's wildly inconsistent. Some days it charges my Club Car batteries to full in 8 hours (normal), other times it either quits prematurely at 80% or enters this bizarre endless charging loop. I once woke up to find it still pumping juice after 16 hours - not ideal for battery health!

The automatic float charge feature theoretically prevents overcharging, but in practice? Mine occasionally ignores this function entirely. I've resorted to using a timer as a safety net after nearly frying a $200 battery. That said, when it works properly, the trickle mode does maintain charge beautifully between weekend golf outings.

Final verdict? If you're willing to babysit the charging process (and maybe invest in a voltage meter to double-check its work), this charger's portability and durability are fantastic. But if you need foolproof reliability, spend extra for a smarter charger with better monitoring tech.